Working Up A Sweat?

A recent study by The Lancet, the independent medical journal, has found that physical inactivity in the workplace can pose dangers to a workforce. To combat this, the study suggests that one hour of moderate exercise each day is enough to offset the side effects of a typical sedentary working day. Many (typically larger) employers have already taken the decision to promote exercise and healthy living in the workplace by offering free or discounted gym memberships and setting up sports clubs. A recent trend has also been to introduce customised desks with treadmill or pedalling devices to keep employees active and encouraging employees to conduct "walking meetings". It is reported that Google has even created a new 90 m indoor running track at its London headquarters.